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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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This image displays an open scrapbook page featuring three distinct newspaper clippings from 1972, each documenting cultural events and art exhibitions. The pages are taped into what appears to be a brown-covered scrapbook.


Top Left Clipping:

  • Source: "EAST SIDE NEWS, New York, N.Y." with a date stamp of MAR 3 1972.
  • Headline: "Dragons In Chinese Art" At China House Gallery From March 23 - May 28
  • Content: This article announces an exhibition curated by Dr. Hugo Munsterberg, Professor of Oriental Art at New York State University College, New Paltz. The show, running from March 23 to May 28, explores the historical and symbolic significance of the dragon in Chinese art, from the Shang Dynasty (1523-1028 B.C.) through the Ch'ing Dynasty (1644-1912). It details the dragon's role as a symbol of royal power, the sky, and fertility, and its association with the four directions and high government rank. The article lists specific artifacts to be displayed, including a Wei Dynasty pottery dragon, Chou Dynasty bronzes, and objects from the collections of Dr. Paul Singer, Ming lacquers, and an attributed piece by Ch'en Jung from the Nelson Gallery in Kansas City. The lenders are also named, including Mr. Frederick Wakin, Mrs. Myron S. Falk, Jr., Mrs. Earl Morse, and institutions like the Yale University Art Gallery and The Art Museum at Princeton University.

Top Right Clipping:

  • Source: "HERALD-TRAVELER, Boston, Mass." with a date stamp of MAR 5 1972 and a handwritten notation "M-230,000 $300,000".
  • Headline: What's going on
  • Content: This is a comprehensive calendar of art events in Boston for March 1972. It lists major exhibitions and lectures at several institutions:
    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: "American Faces" (Mar 17 - May 28) and 18th/19th Century Prints (Mar 26 - Mar 31, featuring the Jack Bush exhibit and Family Faces).
    • Boston University School of Fine and Applied Arts Gallery: "Plastics in Sculpture" (Mar 27) by 13 American artists.
    • Brockton Art Center: A memorial show for Sheils Isham featuring paintings and photographs by Charles A. Fuller (Mar 2 - Mar 31) and a lecture by Richard Tanjilin (Mar 15).
    • Other Galleries: Includes listings for Adelson Gallery, Boston City Hall, Boston Public Library, Fogg Art Museum, M.I.T. Hayden Gallery, Nation Gallery, Pucker-Safra Gallery, Rose Art Museum, and Women's City Club. The clipping provides specific dates, times, and details about exhibitions, lectures, print sales, and sculpture shows.

Bottom Clipping:

  • Source: "The Gazette" with a date of April 7, 1972.
  • Headline: The Calendar
  • Content: This clipping features a black-and-white reproduction of the woodcut "Soyez amoureux, vous serez heureux" (Be in love, and you will be happy) by the French Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin. The artwork is a complex, densely packed composition with figures and decorative elements. The caption below provides details:
    • Artist and Title: Paul Gauguin, "Soyez amoureux, vous serez heureux."
    • Provenance: From the collection of Charles E. Wyzanski, Jr. ('27, LL.B. '30, LL.D. '58; senior judge of the U.S. District Court and former Chairman of the Board of Overseers).
    • Context: The woodcut is described as being from Gauguin's second Tahiti period (1895-99). It is noted to be printed in black on "tissue paper."
    • Location: The original block is currently on view in the Fogg Print Room Monday through Friday from two until five.

The overall image captures a curated record of art-related news from early 1972, focusing on exhibitions in New York and Boston, and a significant artwork by Gauguin.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, featuring several newspaper articles and a calendar entry. Here's a breakdown of the content:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Dragons In Chinese Art" at China House Gallery from March 23 - May 28.
    • This article is from the "EAST SIDE NEWS" in New York, dated March 3, 1972. It discusses an exhibition at the China House Gallery about dragons in Chinese art. The text explains the significance of dragons in Chinese culture, mentioning their role as a fertility symbol and their association with the imperial dragon. It also lists various artifacts from different dynasties that will be on display during the exhibition.
  2. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "What's going on"
    • This is from the "HERALD-TRAVELER" in Boston, dated March 5, 1972. It provides a list of art exhibitions happening in Boston throughout March and early April. Some of the exhibitions mentioned include the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Boston University School of Fine and Applied Arts Gallery, and several other galleries. The article highlights various artists and their works, including lithographs by Joan Miró, sculptures by Sol LeWitt, and photographs by Eadweard Muybridge.
  3. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Title: "The Calendar"
    • This is from the "The Gazette" dated April 7, 1972. It features a calendar entry about an exhibition of Paul Gauguin's woodcut titled "Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureux." The entry provides details about the woodcut, stating that it is from Gauguin's second Tahiti period, 1895-99, and is on display in the Fogg Print Room from Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The overall theme of the page seems to revolve around art exhibitions, particularly in the context of Chinese and European art, as well as the importance of Gauguin's work. The clippings are dated between March 3 and April 7, 1972, suggesting they were collected over a short period.

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The image is a scanned page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings, dated from 1972. The page contains three distinct newspaper articles and a clipping of a black-and-white woodcut print.

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Title: "Dragons In Chinese Art"
    • Source: East Side News, New York, N.Y.
    • Date: March 3, 1972
    • Content: The article discusses an exhibition at the China House Gallery from March 23 to May 28, 1972, featuring dragons in Chinese art. It delves into the history and significance of dragons in Chinese culture, from the Shang Dynasty (1523-1028 B.C.) through the Ch'ing Dynasty (1644-1912). The article explains the symbolic meanings of dragons and their representation in various media such as ceramics, bronze, painting, lacquerware, jade, and textiles.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Title: "What's going on"
    • Source: Herald-Traveler, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: March 5, 1972
    • Content: This article lists various art exhibitions and events happening in Boston and surrounding areas. It includes exhibitions at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, Boston University School of Fine and Applied Arts Gallery, M.I.T. Hayden Gallery, and other galleries. The events cover a range of artists and themes, from ancient art to contemporary paintings and sculptures.
  3. Bottom Right Article:

    • Title: "The Calendar"
    • Source: The Gazette
    • Date: April 7, 1972
    • Content: This article features a black-and-white woodcut print titled "Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureux" by Paul Gauguin. The print is described as being from Gauguin's second Tahiti period (1895-1899) and is currently on view at the Fogg Print Room on Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 PM. The article also provides details about the woodcut's history and the person who donated it to the Fogg Art Museum.

The background of the page is a light brown or beige color, and the clippings are affixed to it with staples or tape. The overall appearance suggests a collection of art-related news items from 1972.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several articles and clippings attached to it. The page is titled "The Calendar" and features an illustration of a calendar with various images and text.

The first article on the page is titled "Dragons In Chinese Art' At China House Gallery From March 23 - May 28" and provides information about an exhibition of Chinese art featuring dragons. The article mentions that the exhibition will be on view at China House Gallery from March 23 through May 28.

The second article is titled "What's going on" and provides a list of upcoming art exhibitions and events in the Boston area. The list includes exhibitions at various museums and galleries, as well as lectures and other events.

The third article is titled "The Calendar" and features an illustration of a calendar with various images and text. The illustration includes images of a dragon, a baby, and a woman, as well as text that reads "Says announces, your serve himerous. Charles E. Wyzanski, Jr. '22 LL.B. '23 LL.M. '24 S.K.' united judge at the U.S. District Court and former Chairman of the Board of Overseers, has given this woodcut by Paul Gauguin to the Fogg. Printed in black on thin tissue paper, it dates from Gauguin's second Tahiti period, 1895-99. The original block is in the National Gallery in Prague. Mr. Wyzanski's woodcut is our view in the Fogg Print Room Monday through Friday from two until five."

Overall, the scrapbook page provides a snapshot of the art world in Boston during the time period in which it was created, with information about exhibitions, events, and notable works of art.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a collage of various articles and advertisements. The main article is titled "Dragons in Chinese Art" at the China House Gallery, with a subtitle "From March 23 - May 28." The article discusses an exhibition of Chinese art focusing on the theme of dragons, which are symbolic creatures in Chinese culture. The article provides historical context, mentioning the Shang Dynasty (1628-1028 B.C.) and the Han Dynasty (206 B.C.-220 A.D.), and explains the significance of dragons in Chinese art and culture. The exhibition is curated by Dr. Hugo Munsterberg, a professor at the University Art College at New York State. Other articles and advertisements on the page include "What's going on" with various events and exhibitions happening in Boston, and "The Calendar" with a collage of illustrations and text.

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The image shows a page from a publication titled "The Calendar," dated April 7, 1972. The page is divided into several sections, each featuring different types of content:

Top Left Section:

  • Headline: "Dragons In Chinese Art" At China House Gallery From March 23 - May 28
  • Description: This section announces an exhibition of Chinese art at the China House Gallery in New York, running from March 23 to May 28, 1972. It discusses the symbolism and significance of dragons in Chinese culture, referencing historical and artistic contexts. The text mentions Dr. Hugo Munsterberg, Professor of Oriental Art at New York State University College, who prepared the exhibition. It also highlights various artifacts, including ceramics, bronzes, paintings, lacquerware, and jade, representing the Shang Dynasty (1422–1027 B.C.) through the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912). The exhibition is curated by Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Low-Beer and includes loans from notable collections such as the Freer Gallery, the Yale University Art Gallery, and the Seattle Art Museum.

Top Right Section:

  • Headline: "What's going on"
  • Content: This section lists various cultural events, exhibitions, and gallery openings happening in Boston and surrounding areas. It includes details about:
    • Boston Museum of Fine Arts: Exhibitions such as "American Faces Thru March," "The March: American Art of the 1960s," and "Family Faces: Thru March."
    • Adelson Gallery: Exhibitions like "150 Newbury Street: Gallery News" and "City Hall: Exhibition and paintings drawings."
    • Boston Public Library: Exhibitions such as "India: Thru March 19."
    • Other galleries and events: Includes details about exhibitions at the Rose Art Museum, the M.I.T. Hayden Gallery, and the Newberry Library, among others.

Bottom Section:

  • Visual Content: A black-and-white illustration or photograph is featured at the bottom of the page. It depicts a stylized, abstract figure with the words "SUYE AMOUTURES" written across the image. The figure appears to be a female form, with flowing lines and a dynamic pose. The text below the image provides additional context:
    • Caption: "Soyez amoutures, jeune sexe: lecture Charles E. Wyszynski. II, 27, L.L.B. 30, L.L.D. 58, senior judge of the U.S. District Court and former Chairman of the Board of Overseers, has given this woodcut by Paul Gauguin to the Fogg. Printed in black on thin issue paper, it dates from Gauguin's second Tahitian period, 1905–99. The original block is in the National Gallery of Art, Washington. Wyszynski's woodcut is on view in the Fogg Print Room Monday through Friday from two until five."

Overall Layout:

  • The page is formatted as a typical calendar or cultural events guide, with clear headings, concise descriptions, and visual elements to attract readers. The content is organized to inform readers about upcoming exhibitions, gallery events, and notable cultural activities.

This page serves as a historical record of cultural events and exhibitions from April 1972, highlighting both local and international art and cultural happenings.

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This image appears to be a scrapbook page with clippings of articles and events from newspapers. The clippings are pasted on a plain background and concern topics related to art exhibitions and cultural activities. Here is a breakdown of the sections:

  1. Top Left:

    • A newspaper article titled “Dragons in Chinese Art” At China House Gallery From March 23 - May 28. It provides details about an exhibition on Chinese art focused on the motif of dragons, their cultural significance, and their depiction throughout history.
  2. Top Right:

    • A section titled “What’s Going On” which displays listings of events and exhibitions happening at various locations. It features Boston galleries, museum events, and schools offering culturally immersive exhibitions and programs.
  3. Bottom:

    • A newspaper snippet titled “The Calendar” showcases an illustration of people in an artistic tableau with both human and mythical features. This appears to be a woodcut depicting an expressive, artistic composition with text explaining its background.

The items on the page are dated 1972, as indicated by the labels and clipped datelines, likely marking an archival effort to document that year’s artistic and cultural happenings.

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This image appears to be a photograph of an open magazine or a newspaper spread featuring various articles and events. On the left side, there is an article titled "Dragons In Chinese Art" that highlights an exhibition set to take place from March 23 to May 28. The article provides details about the showcases, including paintings, sculptures, bronzes, jades, ceramics, and textiles that demonstrate the dragon theme as interpreted by Chinese artisans through time.

In the center, you see a section headlined "What's going on" which lists different art exhibitions and cultural events occurring at various galleries and museums with pertinent dates and some descriptions of the collections or themes featured at each venue.

On the bottom right, there is a section called "The Calendar," featuring a print of an artwork with people and abstract figures. This print illustration is accompanied by captions that indicate it is by an artist named Gauguin from his second Tahitian period, dating to 1894-95. There is also mention of the print belonging to a collection housed in a National Gallery.

The overall focus of the shown pages is on art and cultural happenings, with various dates in March and April indicated, suggesting the publication is from that time frame of a particular year in the past, specifically referencing 1972. The document is a historical snapshot of cultural listings and art-related events from that period.

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The image shows a scrapbook page containing two main newspaper clippings and a small section titled "The Calendar."

  1. The first clipping on the left, from "EAST SIDE NEWS, New York, N.Y." dated March 3, 1972, is titled:
    "Dragons In Chinese Art" At China House Gallery From March 23 - May 28.

    • It describes an exhibition prepared by Professor Dr. Hugo Munsterberg of Cornell Art, and presented by the New York State University College, New Paltz.
    • The exhibition centers on the dragon in Chinese art and explores its symbolism, including connections with heaven, earth, and the seasons.
    • The article also details lenders of the exhibition: Mr. Frederick Wulsin, Mr. and Mrs. Myron S. Falk Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Earl Morse, the Yale University Art Gallery, the Fogg Art Museum, the Seattle Art Museum, and the Art Museum at Princeton University.
  2. The second clipping on the right, from "HERALD-TRAVELER, Boston, Mass." dated March 5, 1972, talks about:
    What's going on in Boston Museum of Fine Arts and other galleries.

    • It mentions various exhibitions and artists, including American Faces, the Collection of Prints by Thom Mayher, Japanese Faces, and various exhibits at Boston galleries such as Adelson Gallery, Boston Public Library, and more.
    • It lists specific artworks, exhibitions, and artists present during that period.
  3. At the bottom right corner is a section titled "The Calendar" from "The Gazette," dated April 7, 1972.

    • It features a black and white image of an artwork titled "Soyez amoureuses, vous serez heureux," a woodcut by Paul Gauguin from his second Tahiti period (1895-99).
    • The caption informs that Charles E. Wyzanski Jr., a senior judge of the U.S. District Court and former Chairman of the Board of Overseers, gave this woodcut to the Fogg Museum.
    • The artwork is printed on thin tissue paper.
    • It notes the original block is in the National Gallery in Prague and that Wyzanski’s woodcut is on view in the Fogg Print Room from Monday through Friday from two until five.

The scrapbook page has an organized yet slightly overlapping arrangement of the newspaper clippings, with some handwritten addition marks.

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A scrapbook page showing a collage of newspaper clippings about art exhibitions from 1972.

  • The background is a gray scrapbook page with tan/brown clipping pieces attached.
  • Top left: a small beige clipping from East Side News about “Dragons In Chinese Art” at China House Gallery (Mar 23 – May 28), with a lot of dense text.
  • Top center-right: a clipping from the Herald-Traveler (Boston) dated Mar 5, 1972, under a “What’s going on” header, listing gallery events and exhibitions.
  • The middle/bottom area has a larger heading “The Calendar” with a newsprint strip above it dated April 7, 1972 (The Gazette).
  • Beneath “The Calendar” is a large black-and-white art reproduction/illustration showing abstract, stylized figures and shapes; there is a caption in small print at the bottom of the image, partly cut off.
  • Some pieces have small labels or stamps (e.g., “From East Side News,” date stamps) and there are a couple of small taped or cut-out blocks that partially obscure text.

Overall, it looks like a mid‑century art-clippings montage saved in a scrapbook, focusing on local art exhibitions and events.